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Messi completes takeover of Spanish second division side Eldense

Inter Miami superstar Lionel Messi has expanded his growing football empire by officially taking over Spanish second division side Eldense. The landmark deal sees the Argentina legend acquire his first professional club in Spain, though regulatory approval and existing ownership rules could yet create potential complications further down the line.

Holguin makes special request to Messi after Eldense takeover

Outgoing Eldense president Carolina Holguin has issued a heartfelt appeal to Lionel Messi after the Argentine superstar completed a landmark takeover of the Spanish second-tier outfit. The Colombian executive confirmed her departure while urging the eight-time Ballon d'Or winner to honour the club's 105-year history and inspire the community.

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	F	A	+/-	PTS	Form
13	Granada	7	2	2	3	10	11	-1	8	L L D L W
14	Real Sociedad B	7	2	2	3	9	10	-1	8	L L W D D
15	Eldense	8	2	2	4	8	10	-2	8	W L L W D
16	Celta Fortuna	7	2	2	3	8	11	-3	8	D L L W L
17	Real Valladolid	7	2	2	3	6	9	-3	8	W D L W D

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